Your beautiful Bandit touched my heart and yes made me cry as well. My daughter has a cockatiel and I have learned how very special our feathered friends can be. Even though Bandits life was short it was a happy and loved life, which is all anyone can ask for. Those of us left behind are the lonely. Once I lose a pet I always adopt a new one. I feel that by helping another animal I am honoring my lost pet by saving another live. Bandit was a very lucky bird to have such a loving life. I am sure there are many happy, silly, funny memories you have to share with family and friends but mostly with yourself remembering him in quite moments. Take care.